DirkW

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Correct. That's a top level car (just like e.g. the Tamiya TRF419, the Yokomo BD7, and quite a few more...) - they are all capable (in the hands of a good enough driver, of course) to compete in any level of racing (including the world's). The xray also has high durability - many people even call it a "tank" (not for being slow though ). So even while learning, you should not break too many parts. But the initial investment for all these top level cars is significantly higher than what you originally had in mind. Unless you buy used...